European Network Agains Racism (ENAR) – Communication Internship

Communication Internship – as from November 2016

ENAR has a permanent staff of nine persons. They welcome interns with a genuine interest in being part of our team and in gaining experience on anti-racism communication and advocacy at the European level. At the same time, they value their insights and appreciate their input and energy.

With the aim of achieving an ethnic and gender balance in its team, ENAR endeavours to provide an optimum social and learning environment to its interns. People from groups affected by racial, ethnic or religious discrimination are encouraged to join our team.

Conditions

Please note that the internship must be part of university studies and that they require a written agreement between the intern’s university/school, ENAR and the intern. The internship should be for a period of at least 3 months or longer and is full time. Any applications that do not respond to these requirements will not be considered.

Internships are unpaid and ENAR does not provide any financial support.

The intern will be involved in the following tasks:

Under the supervision of the Communication & Press Officer, the intern will:
 Monitor daily news relating to racism, anti-racism, diversity, migration, etc.
 Research information for and compile ENAR’s electronic Weekly Mail
 Monitor and develop content ENAR’s social media tools – Facebook & Twitter
 Provide support in developing ENAR communication materials
 Provide support in updating ENAR’s website
 Monitor press coverage
 Assist in the organisation of press events
 Assist with administrative/editing/miscellaneous tasks

Qualifications required

 Relevant degree in communications, public relations, journalism and/or social/political sciences
 Fluent written and spoken English is essential (fluency in French is an advantage)
 Familiarity with using social media tools, especially Facebook and Twitter
 Good computer skills – experience with design and web publishing tools an advantage
 Ability to present data and complex issues in a comprehensible and media-friendly language
 Diligence, accuracy, attention to detail, and the ability to meet deadlines
 Strong interpersonal and communication skills
 Committed and flexible team-player, able to work in a multicultural environment
 Committed to the struggle against racism and the promotion of equal rights

How to apply?

The deadline for applications is 15 September 2016.

Read more and apply here.